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British films based on plays
The Church Mouse
When a meek secretary goes to work for her new boss, she becomes a sophisticated lady.
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One Way Pendulum
A study of absurdity in a suburban family: father recreates the Old Bailey in the living room while the son teaches speak-your-weight machines to sing in the attic.
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Wide Blue Yonder
An anti-authority rogue in an old folks' home breaks all the rules and causes mayhem honoring his friend's dying wish to be buried at sea.
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The Triumph of Love
A princess is determined to restore her homeland's throne to its rightful heir, a young prince with whom she falls in love.
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The Ghoul
Professor Morlant, a British Egyptologist, seeks immortality through the power of a jewel buried in the tomb of an Oriental idol. Upon his death, Morlant returns to earth to seek vengeance upon those...
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Wild Mountain Thyme
Headstrong farmer Rosemary Muldoon has her heart set on winning her neighbour Anthony Reilly's love. The problem is, Anthony seems to have inherited a family curse, and remains oblivious to his beauti...
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The Fever
Tells the story of a woman who gets involved in politics with no previous contact with world events.
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Moonlight and Valentino
A young widow still grieving over the death of her husband finds herself being comforted by a local housepainter.
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Is Your Honeymoon Really Necessary?
Based on a 1944 West End stage success with Ralph Lynn, this is a classic bedroom farce for those who like them that way -- its theatrical origins acknowledged in the credits and clearly apparent when...
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The Skin Game
An old traditional family and a modern family battle over land in a small English village.
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